#437 What is Autism? Discussing the Initial Diagnosis with Paren

One of the most challenging conversations therapists have with parents is discussing a diagnosis, or potential diagnosis, of autism. In this 1.5 hour podcast, walk through Section A of the diagnostic criteria for autism using the official indicators from the DSM-5. Every therapist who practices in early intervention should review the diagnostic criteria for autism periodically to sharpen your clinical objectiveness. Join pediatric speech-language pathologist Laura Mize, M.S., CCC-SLP of teachmetotalk.com with a comprehensive review of the first piece, Social Communication difficulties, using a tool matched to the DSM-5 with everyday language to help parents and other caregivers understand ASD. For speech-language pathologists, other early interventionists, and parents of toddlers and preschoolers with speech-language delays Get CE credit here for $10...1.5 hours For the next show Part 2... Section B **THE COURSE HANDOUT IS THE SAME FOR PART 1 (#437) and PART 2 (#438)**